Living in Italian: Spicy Nectarine Avocado Salad
Registered Dietitian Fiorella DiCarlo RD, CDN prepares this healthy and seasonal salad packed with antioxidants to fight inflammation in the body and boost your immune system! Choose ripe Stone fruits like nectarines, peaches or apricots, avocado and red onion for a spicy kick!
Ingredients:
Stone Fruit (i.e. nectarines, peaches, apricots), cubed
Avocado, chopped
Red Onion, thinly sliced
Mozzarella (or feta, ricotta salata)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Lemon Juice
Sea Salt
Basil
Preparation:
In a large bowl combine avocado, chopped fruit, red onion and mozzarella. Drizzle some olive oil, squeeze of lemon, and salt to taste. Toss to combine.
Plate salad and garnish with basil and sliced red onion. Serve & enjoy!
Nutrition RX:
Stone Fruits: nectarines, peaches and apricots are packed with multiple anti-oxidants like vitamin C and beta-carotene (which your body turns into vitamin A) which will protect your body against the harmful damage of free radicals and boost your immunity. They are also high in fiber, needed for digestive and heart health, and keeping you satisfied and fuller longer
Avocado: a great source of heart-healthy omega-3 fats which are anti-inflammatory and protect you against damage and aging. Also a great source of fiber which is also heart healthy, great for blood sugar management, and digestive health
Red Onion: has phytochemicals (sulforaphane and quercitin) and vitamin C, which helps immunity and reduce inflammation
Basil: this herb not only packs the flavor punch but its also rich in antioxidants that protect against damage and aging